Layne Staley
Biography
Layne Thomas Staley, also known by the birth name Layne Rutherford Staley, was an American singer and songwriter. Born on August 22, 1967, in Bellevue, Washington, he was the original lead vocalist of the band Alice in Chains, which gained international fame in the early 1990s as part of the Seattle grunge movement. Staley was known for his distinct vocal style and harmonizing with bandmate Jerry Cantrell. Before his success with Alice in Chains, he was a member of the glam metal bands Sleze and Alice N' Chains, and he later participated in the supergroups Mad Season and Class of '99. Staley passed away on April 5, 2002. His known credits in acting include thirteen entries, with involvement in films such as The Perfect Storm, The Faculty, and Last Action Hero.
Career overview
Layne Thomas Staley was born Layne Rutherford Staley on August 22, 1967, in Bellevue, Washington. He was an American singer and songwriter known as the original lead vocalist of Alice in Chains, a band that achieved international fame in the early 1990s as part of the Seattle grunge movement. Throughout his career, Staley was recognized for his distinctive vocal style and his harmonizing with bandmate Jerry Cantrell. Prior to finding success with Alice in Chains, Staley was a member of the glam metal bands Sleze and Alice N' Chains. In addition to his work with those groups, he was also a part of the supergroups Mad Season and Class of 99.
In the realm of film and television database records, Staley is known for acting credits associated with thirteen entries. Among the film projects connected to him are The Perfect Storm, The Faculty, and Last Action Hero. His life and career spanned from his birth in August 1967 until his death on April 5, 2002, at the age of thirty-four.
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Full Filmography
13 titles- Class Action Park (2020) as Self (archive footage)
- MoPOP Founders Award 2020 Honoring Alice in Chains (2020) as Self (archive footage)
- VH1 News Special: Grunge (2001) as Self (archive footage)
- Alice in Chains - Music Bank: The Videos (1999) as Himself
- Alice in Chains: MTV Unplugged (1996) as Vocals
- Mad Season: Live at the Moore (1995) as Self
- The Nona Tapes (1995) as Self
- Alice in Chains: Hollywood Rock Festival 1993 (1993) as Vocals
- Alice in Chains: [1993] Live at Rotterdam (1993)
- Singles (1992) as Himself - Alice In Chains (uncredited)
- Hard 'N Heavy Volume 16 (1991) as Self
- Pantera: Cowboys from Hell (1991) as Self
- Alice in Chains: Live Facelift (1991) as Self
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Layne Staley best known for?
Layne Staley is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Class Action Park (2020), Real Rob (2015), Singles (1992).
When and where was Layne Staley born?
Layne Staley was born on August 22, 1967 in Bellevue, Washington, USA. They passed away on April 5, 2002.
How many credits does Layne Staley have?
Layne Staley has accumulated over 13 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1991 to 2020.
What is Layne Staley's background in cinema and television?
Layne Thomas Staley, also known by the birth name Layne Rutherford Staley, was an American singer and songwriter. Born on August 22, 1967, in Bellevue, Washington, he was the original lead vocalist of the band Alice in Chains, which gained international fame in the early 1990s as part of the Seattle grunge movement. St...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Class Action Park (2020) as Self (archive footage) — aged about 52
- Singles (1992) as Himself - Alice In Chains (uncredited) — aged about 24
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